Connecting Process Control, CIP, HVAC & Energy Management

As energy becomes more costly and product quality and food safety increasingly critical, integrating energy management, clean-in-place (CIP), process and environmental controls (HVAC) is becoming more practical and economical as digital controls enable linking of these systems—if not directly, then by making them available on the same device for operators and managers. This integration allows for real-time trending, reporting, and coordination of building/utility systems with production data, resulting in improved energy efficiency, reduced downtime, and better overall system performance.